Dr Ritesh Kumar

2024 Wetlands Atlas maps 16.89m ha of India's wetlands, updating earlier data with higher resolution and more accurate classification. It highlights trends in wetland loss, conservation needs, and the role of advanced technologies for improved mapping.

International Day for Conservation of Mangroves on 26 July highlights importance of these ecosystems. India's mangrove cover has increased from 4,046 sq km in 1987 to 4,992 sq km in 2019. However, challenges remain, including habitat loss, climate change